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Sidewalk — Trip Hazard Crack or Uneven Flag (More Than ½ Inch)
Sidewalk Conditions · NYC DOT · NYC Admin Code §7-210; DOT Sidewalk Inspection Unit
Sidewalk — Trip Hazard Crack or Uneven Flag (More Than ½ Inch) is enforced by NYC DOT under NYC Admin Code §7-210; DOT Sidewalk Inspection Unit. Severity default: Medium.
The rule
Sidewalk flags with vertical displacement greater than one-half inch, or significant cracking that creates a trip hazard, should be repaired. Property owners are responsible for sidewalk maintenance adjacent to their buildings under NYC Administrative Code.
What to photograph
- sidewalk slab raised or sunken creating lip greater than half inch
- large crack with separated edges catching pedestrian foot
- tree root uplift buckling sidewalk flags
How to file a complaint
- Photograph the defect with enough context to show location on block.
- Place a familiar object for scale if the trip hazard is subtle.
- File at 311 under Sidewalk Condition or Curb Condition.
- Adjacent property owners may be liable for repairs under §7-210.
Official channel: portal.311.nyc.gov or dial 311. Agency: NYC DOT.
Penalties & fines
Property owners face DOT notices to repair; failure to repair can result in city-performed work billed to the owner with administrative fees.
What happens after you file
DOT Sidewalk Inspection reviews and may notify property owner. Severe hazards may get temporary marking or cones.
This rule is in our public reference corpus for SEO and training. In-app classification is not enabled yet — file via 311 using the steps above.
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FAQ
Can I file anonymously?
311 requires contact information for follow-up. Your identity is not shared with the violator. SidewalkSnitch requires phone verification for filings but does not auto-submit to 311.
Does SidewalkSnitch submit this to 311 automatically?
This rule category is reference-only in SidewalkSnitch today. File directly at 311.nyc.gov or call 311.